Compliance Specialist, Middle East, Türkiye and Africa

Did you know KONE moves over one billion people every day

As a global innovation leader in the elevator and escalator industry we employ over 60000 driven professionals in over 60 countries worldwide joined together by a shared vision. Weve been taking people to new heights for over 110 years. Our technical expertise and digital connectivity are transforming the customer experience and improving the flow of urban life.

Why this role

KONE is seeking a skilled and experienced Compliance Specialist responsible for the implementation maintenance and improvement of KONEs Global Ethics & Compliance Program in KMTA (KONE Middle East Türkiye and Africa). Supports all activities to promote a complianceoriented culture to protect KONEs reputation and business interests and to ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Manages issues related to compliance and legal risks and provides recommendations on all compliance matters including policies and complex problems. The role will be based in Dubai or Turkey and report directly to the Compliance Manager KMTA.

What will you be doing

• Design and provide training on compliance matters for the organization to ensure that KONEs business is conducted in accordance with all relevant laws regulations and internal policies and guidelines and in line with KONEs global requirements.

• Supports the implementation and improvement of global compliance policies locally under the direction of Global and APM Compliance.

• Conducts compliance with risk assessments at a country level develops action plans based on findings and follows up with the business to ensure actions are put into place.

• Supports and promotes the local operation of KONEs channels for reporting actual or suspected compliance violations.

• Conducts internal investigations related to various compliance issues when required.

• Provides advice to the employees and management on compliance-related topics including anti-bribery and anti-corruption issues.

• Promotes a compliance-oriented culture and mindset among employees and partners of KONE units in the region.

• Initiates internal awareness activities related to the Code of Conduct for Employees Suppliers and Distributors.

• Initiates internal communication campaigns to raise compliance awareness.

• Supports compliance governance processes in the region to ensure management is setting the right tone and key compliance initiatives are being cascaded.

• Analyses and gives proposals for KONEs local current or proposed business activities policies business practices and transactions to ensure that they comply with all relevant laws and regulations.

• Supports HR and management in the regulation of conflicts of interest.

• Supports with other compliance-related matters as per the directions of Global Compliance and APM Compliance.

Are you the one

• Masters degree in business law finance or a related field.

• 23 years of relevant compliance experience ideally within large international companies.

• Experience conducting internal investigations.

• Background in internal controls or internal audit is an advantage.

• Strong understanding of best practices administrative procedures and regulations related to anti-corruption and broader compliance topics.

• Ability to work independently with a proactive long-term approach.

• Excellent communication skills with experience engaging stakeholders at all organizational levels.

• Strong stakeholder management and business partnering capabilities.

• Fluency in English and Turkish (written and spoken) is mandatory.

• Willingness to travel frequently within the Middle East Türkiye and Africa.

At KONE we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is being a great place to work we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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